Hearne, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Hearne is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,529. Residents earn $30,938 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
4,529 Population 1,099/sq mi density
$30,938 Median Income $20,073 per capita
$90,200 Home Value $169,491 Zillow
$639 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
1,711 Violent Crime/100K 2,454 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$30,938 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,200 home value, $639/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,711 violent crimes/100K (350% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,938
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,200
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,711/100K
350% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $639
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.9%
141% higher than US avg

How Hearne Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,529
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density1,099/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

F
Median Income$30,938
Per Capita$20,073
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty29.9%
County GDP$15,745M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,200
Rent$639
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,491

Crime

F
Violent1,711/100K
Property2,454/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,644/100K
Burglary811/100K

Health

Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation293 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+81.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Hearne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hearne receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Hearne has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hearne is $30,938, 59% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 29.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hearne is $90,200, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,711 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,454 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hearne enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hearne has a population of 4,529 with a density of 1,099 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (46.3%), with 26.1% White, 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

4,529
Total Population
1,099
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hearne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.3%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.7%
62% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hearne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hearne is $30,938, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hearne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,938
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,073
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$81,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.9%
141% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,241
County GDP$15,745M

Business (County)

Restaurants613
Healthcare491
Retail675
Manufacturing125

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,407
169% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hearne is $90,200, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $639 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,491.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,200
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,491

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$639
45% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,407
169% above US avg
Effective Rate10.43%
In Hearne, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 40.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hearne vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.3%
41% above US avg
Diabetes18.2%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.1%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity40.5%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.3%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death6,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities491
Hearne has a violent crime rate of 1,711 per 100,000 residents, 350% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,454 per 100,000 (25% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Hearne vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,711.3/100K
350% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape45.0/100K
Robbery22.5/100K
Assault1,643.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,454.4/100K
25% above US avg
Burglary810.6/100K
Theft1,576.2/100K
Vehicle Theft67.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hearne has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation293 ft (89 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density1,099/sq mi
Coordinates30.8771°N, 96.5952°W
County FIPS48041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,099/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities491
Restaurants613
Retail Stores675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home5.0%

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